This Is The First Recorded Kiss In History
Some human interactions feel almost eternal -- sharing a meal, or living quarters, or even caring for the sick. What about touching -- especially lips?
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The Surprising Way Shakespeare's Lost Play Love's Labour's Won Was Found
William Shakespeare continues to intrigue and entrance scholars and theater fans alike, hundreds of years after his death. We know his body of work -- or do we?
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Why It's Surprising To See A Steller's Eagle In The US
The Steller's sea eagle, a rare and vulnerable species, is native to eastern Asia, from Siberia down to the Korean peninsula and northern Japan.
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The Egyptian Pantheon Of Gods Explained
Egyptian gods were worshipped for over 3,000 years, and during this time beliefs evolved. This is the Egyptian pantheon of gods explained.
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The History Of Animal-To-Human Organ Transplants Explained
When did people start trying to patch up their bodies with the body parts of animals? This is the history of animal-to-human organ transplants explained.
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10 Things Most People Don't Know About Beijing
Beijing has surprising facts about it which aren't even shown in the world's most famous travel guides. Here are 10 things most people don't know about Beijing.
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The Creepiest Demons Described In Religious Texts
Let's take a look at some of the most deplorable demons from religious texts across human history.
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How Japan Celebrates Valentines Day
Although traditionally it can be seen as a holiday exclusively for those with romantic partners, in recent years, Valentine's Day in the U.S. includes everyone.
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Here's What Happens When You Shoot A Gun Underwater
The question of whether guns can fire underwater is often asked by those unfamiliar with guns. Here's what happens when you fire a gun underwater.
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How X Came To Mean Kiss
When Robert Louis Stevenson wrote about a treasure map where X marked the spot of buried riches, that letter symbolized more than a part of language.
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The History Of Prank Calls Explained
Even in today's technologically advanced communications landscape, prank calling remains a thing. But how did it all start? And where is it going?
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Did Valentine's Day Originate From This Ancient Pagan Festival?
Like Easter and Christmas, there may be a pagan connection to the way we celebrate Valentine's Day. Or maybe not, depending on who you ask.
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Here's How To Find The North Star
Everyone's heard of the North Star, but how do you actually find it? Here's what the North Star actually is, and how to identify it in the night sky.
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The Celtic Pantheon Of Gods Explained
Celtic gods were extremely tribal and local, with few being universally worshiped. Here are some of the most important gods and goddesses of the ancient Celts.
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The Most Notable Deaths To Happen In Windsor Castle
Whether young or old, expiring peacefully or in great agony, these are the most notable deaths at Windsor Castle.
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What Defines Each Generation?
Let's look at what makes each generation who — and what — they are, and maybe, gain a new understanding of what makes older and younger people tick.
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How Citizenship Is Determined For Babies Born On International Flights
There are several factors considered regarding the citizenship of an infant born in the air.
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The 1933 Business Plot They Didn't Teach You About In School
The New Deal was complicated, even leading to a bizarre plot to turn America totalitarian. This is the 1933 Business Plot they didn't teach you about in school.
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Catherine The Great's Family Tree Explained
Catherine the Great was one of Russia's greatest leaders — even though she wasn't Russian by birth. Here is Catherine the Great's family tree explained.
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The History Behind The Stolen Just Judges Panel From The Ghent Altarpiece
The "Ghent Altarpiece" has been stolen more times than any other work of art. Here is the history behind the stolen "Just Judges" panel from the "Ghent Altarpiece."
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The Truth About Pope Francis' Relationship With The Former Pope
Pope Francis is in the unique position of succeeding a pope who is still alive. Here's the truth about his relationship with the previous pope, Benedict XVI.
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Weirdest Laws In Idaho's State History
From small town ordinances to the ones enacted on the federal level, the laws that govern us can get pretty weird. Idaho is certainly not an exception here.
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Messed Up Things That Actually Happened On Cruise Ships
These messed up things actually happened on cruise ships. They don't always offer fun in the sun.
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Famous Authors Who Were Really Strange People
It's no secret that writers are a bit off. It takes a different sort of mind to spend so much time lost in imaginary worlds. Some of the most famous authors didn't stop there, and their strangeness worked its way out into the real world. These famous authors were pretty weird.
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The Mythology Of Artemis Explained
Artemis was an incredibly popular goddess in ancient Greece, especially in rural and agricultural communities. This is the mythology of Artemis explained.
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The Real Reason No One Ever Smiled In Old Photographs
If you spend too much time looking at very old black and white photographs, you might come to the conclusion that everyone who existed before like 100 years ago was perpetually miserable. How come no one ever smiles in those old photos? Here's the real reason no one ever smiled in old photographs.
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Messed Up Things That Actually Happened In The Old West
These messed up things actually happened in the Old West. Dealing with shootouts at the saloon were probably the least of your worries.
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